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Cheap flights from South Island to Rarotonga from $429

This is the cheapest one-way flight price found by a Cheapflights user in the last 72 hours by searching for a flight departing on 15/2. Fares are subject to change and may not be available on all flights or dates of travel.
CHC — RAR
1 Feb — 8 Feb1
1 adult
1 adult, Economy, 0 bags

Cheap flight deals from South Island to Rarotonga

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Best flights from South Island to Rarotonga
Discover carefully curated flight deals from South Island to Rarotonga that have cost, travel time, and stopovers in mind to ensure you get the best travel experience. Data last updated 2 January 2026.

Sat 31/109:50CHC - RAR
1 stop9h 15mJetstar
Sun 8/221:05RAR - CHC
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 30/12$712
Sat 31/109:25CHC - RAR
2 stops27h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/221:05RAR - CHC
1 stop11h 30mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12$813
Sat 14/216:25DUD - RAR
2 stops20h 15mAir New Zealand
Sat 21/214:55RAR - DUD
2 stops20h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 31/12$1,219
Sat 7/210:30CHC - RAR
1 stop8h 35mJetstar
Sun 15/221:05RAR - CHC
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 31/12$757
Mon 9/311:50CHC - RAR
1 stop7h 15mJetstar
Sun 15/321:05RAR - CHC
1 stop13h 45mJetstar
Deal found 1/1$759
Sat 28/206:45CHC - RAR
2 stops12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sun 8/321:05RAR - CHC
1 stop12h 20mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 30/12$851
Sat 7/210:30CHC - RAR
1 stop8h 35mMultiple Airlines
Sun 15/221:05RAR - CHC
2 stops14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12$863
Mon 9/311:50CHC - RAR
1 stop7h 15mJetstar
Wed 18/321:05RAR - CHC
1 stop12h 20mJetstar
Deal found 1/1$802
Sat 14/309:50CHC - RAR
1 stop9h 15mJetstar
Wed 18/321:05RAR - CHC
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 1/1$834
Sat 30/511:25ZQN - RAR
2 stops25h 05mMultiple Airlines
Fri 5/622:05RAR - ZQN
1 stop14h 05mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 1/1$992
Sat 14/208:50ZQN - RAR
2 stops27h 50mAir New Zealand
Sat 21/214:55RAR - ZQN
2 stops20h 45mAir New Zealand
Deal found 31/12$1,219
Thu 12/309:50CHC - RAR
1 stop9h 15mJetstar
Sun 15/321:05RAR - CHC
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 1/1$839
Sat 14/306:15CHC - RAR
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Sun 15/321:05RAR - CHC
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 1/1$844
Sat 28/206:15CHC - RAR
1 stop12h 50mJetstar
Sun 8/321:05RAR - CHC
1 stop11h 30mJetstar
Deal found 30/12$868
Sat 30/511:25ZQN - RAR
2 stops25h 05mAir New Zealand
Fri 5/623:05RAR - ZQN
2 stops18h 15mAir New Zealand
Deal found 1/1$1,407
Sat 14/210:45ZQN - RAR
1 stop8h 20mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/214:55RAR - ZQN
2 stops19h 45mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12$1,174
Wed 28/120:35CHC - RAR
1 stop22h 30mJetstar
Wed 4/221:05RAR - CHC
1 stop27h 00mJetstar
Deal found 30/12$872
Sat 14/211:50DUD - RAR
1 stop7h 15mMultiple Airlines
Sat 21/214:55RAR - DUD
2 stops20h 15mMultiple Airlines
Deal found 31/12$1,176

Find flight deals from South Island to Rarotonga

Keep the following information in mind while searching for South Island to Rarotonga flight deals. Data was last updated 2 January 2026.

Round-trip from

$712

One-way from

$429

Popular in

December

Cheapest in

July

Average price

$1,563
Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 31/1-8/2
  • 2 total stops
  • 20h 45m total
  • South Island to Rarotonga
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Jetstar
  • Jetstar
  • 15/2
  • 1 total stop
  • 29h 05m total
  • South Island to Rarotonga
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Highest demand for flights based on searches. 22% potential increase in price ($649 potential increase over avg. return price).
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Cheapest flight prices on average. 4% potential price decrease ($98 potential savings vs. average return price).
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Average for round-trip flights in January 2026
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Customise your flight search to find flights from South Island to Rarotonga that fit within your specific budget. Explore options based on user searches and filter the results based on your desired price range. Find flights that match your budget for a cost-effective journey. Over the last 7 days, Cheapflights users made 134,765 searches. Data last updated 2 January 2026.
Use the filters below to find and compare flights from South Island to Rarotonga that are best for you.

Fly from

South Island

Fly to

Rarotonga

Route

Departure

Return

Price

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Sat 31/1

09:50-20:05

1 stop9h 15m

Rarotonga

Sun 8/2

21:05-07:35

1 stop11h 30m

$712

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Sat 7/2

10:30-20:05

1 stop8h 35m

Rarotonga

Sun 15/2

21:05-07:35

1 stop11h 30m

$757

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Mon 9/3

11:50-20:05

1 stop7h 15m

Rarotonga

Sun 15/3

21:05-09:50

1 stop13h 45m

$759

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Mon 9/3

11:50-20:05

1 stop7h 15m

Rarotonga

Wed 18/3

21:05-08:25

1 stop12h 20m

$802

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Sat 31/1

09:25-13:40

2 stops27h 15m

Rarotonga

Sun 8/2

21:05-07:35

1 stop11h 30m

$813

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Sat 14/3

09:50-20:05

1 stop9h 15m

Rarotonga

Wed 18/3

21:05-07:35

1 stop11h 30m

$834

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Thu 12/3

09:50-20:05

1 stop9h 15m

Rarotonga

Sun 15/3

21:05-07:35

1 stop11h 30m

$839

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Sat 14/3

06:15-20:05

1 stop12h 50m

Rarotonga

Sun 15/3

21:05-07:35

1 stop11h 30m

$844

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Sat 28/2

06:45-20:05

2 stops12h 20m

Rarotonga

Sun 8/3

21:05-08:25

1 stop12h 20m

$851

ChristchurchRarotonga

CHC - RAR

CHCRAR

Christchurch

Sat 7/2

10:30-20:05

1 stop8h 35m

Rarotonga

Sun 15/2

21:05-10:10

2 stops14h 05m

$863

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Best time to book a flight from South Island to Rarotonga

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Everything you need to know about your flight from South Island to Rarotonga

What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Island to Rarotonga?

Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Rarotonga (average of $417). Flying from South Island to Rarotonga in January is currently the most expensive (average of $863). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

Reviews of airlines servicing Rarotonga

Get insights into the airlines that provide service to Rarotonga. Read reviews, discover amenities, and learn about the overall travel experience offered by airlines. Use this information to make informed decisions when choosing an airline for your flight to Rarotonga. Reviews last updated 2 January 2026.
Read reviews from past customers who have flown with Air New Zealand and Jetstar from South Island to Rarotonga. You can also see how each airline compares in terms of entertainment options, comfort, food, crew/service, and boarding process.
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
563 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
563 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
563 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………
Jetstar
6.5
Okay
496 reviews
Air New Zealand
8.0
Very Good
563 reviews
Check prices

Crew

8.5

Entertainment

7.4

Overall

8.0

Boarding

8.2

Comfort

8.0

Food

7.4

Reviews

1 / 20
10.0
Excellent

Anonymous,Dec 2025

BNE - AKL

I couldn’t operate reclining the seat. Neither could the passenger next to mec or the passenger across the aisle. This was in premium economy. We all tried following screen instructions but had no luck. Not really a problem on a 3 hour flight but any longer………

Related info for your journey

Find useful and relevant information for your journey from South Island to Rarotonga. Access travel guides, tips, and recommendations to enhance your travel experience. Get information about local attractions, weather, transportation options, and more.

  • What airport do you fly into for flights to Rarotonga from South Island?

    Most people fly into Rarotonga (RAR) if they book a flight to Rarotonga from South Island. Rarotonga is conveniently located just 0.8 km from Rarotonga’s city centre.

  • How popular is this South Island to Rarotonga flight route?

    The South Island to Rarotonga flight path was viewed by 3 users in the past month. Keep an eye out for changes in search interest prior to high and low season.

  • How long is the flight from South Island to Rarotonga?

    Airlines like Jetstar and Air New Zealand fly from South Island to Rarotonga in about 9h 15m. The time it takes to get you to your destination can typically vary by up to 11h. There are 3557 km between South Island and Rarotonga. When browsing for deals, the options you’ll see will be for both direct flights and flights with stops.

  • What are the most popular routes from South Island to Rarotonga?

    The most popular flight routes from South Island to Rarotonga are Christchurch - Rarotonga, Queenstown Intl - Rarotonga and Dunedin - Rarotonga.

  • Can I find deals for flights from South Island to Rarotonga that include hotel bookings?

    Yes. In addition to deals on South Island to Rarotonga flights, Cheapflights offers holiday packages that include both flights and hotel.

  • How can I find direct flights from South Island to Rarotonga?

    After entering your origin and destination, apply the non-stop filter on the search result page to find direct flights from South Island to Rarotonga.

  • Can I find deals for business class flights from South Island to Rarotonga?

    Yes. Cheapflights offers flight deals from South Island to Rarotonga by cabin class. In addition to browsing deals, you can also filter by cabin class on the search results page after making a search.

  • What is the cheapest month to book a flight from South Island to Rarotonga?

    Currently, November is the cheapest month in which you can book a flight from South Island to Rarotonga (average of $417). Flying from South Island to Rarotonga in January is currently the most expensive (average of $863). There are several factors that can impact the price of a flight, so comparing airlines, departure airports and flight times can provide users with more options.

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Top 2 airlines flying from South Island to Rarotonga

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AirlineCheapestAverageFlexibilityOn-time
JetstarCheapest$692Average$884FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time74%
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Air New ZealandCheapest$754Average$1,117FlexibilityNo cancel feeOn-time78%
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